These parrots 🦜 praises me with “cat calls”and “hola’s” non-stop! Although it gets a bit much, I absolutely love stepping outside my Tía’s home @valverdelili to see her most beautiful garden! Visiting Colombia this time around is entirely different. My sweet momma was born in Tumaco, and every turn I take, I feel as though I’m walking in her footsteps. The food, the people, the surrounding are what makes this place oh so magical! Ciao! #travelcolombia #colombia #visitacolombia #tumaco 
The food in Colombia NEVER (nunca) disappoints! Buen provecho! #colombia #colombia🇨🇴 #colombianfood 
Most of us are in love with the movie Fried Green Tomatoes... ever had 'em? It's definitely a southern delicacy that's served along a side or as an appetizer, or my favorite, in a salad! If you're already going to add tomatoes to the salad, why not jazz 'em up a bit! Get the recipe in the link in the bio. Cheers! #southernfood #friedgreentomatoes #cajun #foodgasm #foodblogger 
If there's one thing I learned over the course of a year, it's to be thankful even when things are upside down, rolled up in a hot mess. When things are going array, I force myself to be thankful for at least one thing. It ends up being more once the time is taken to reflect on the good. Sometimes I think we just have to go through the tough stuff to get to the good stuff in life, don't you agree? Tomorrow is my birthday, and I'm very much grateful for all of you, and for good health. Most of all, I keep those who haven't been so fortunate in my thoughts and prayers. My wish is for peace of mind, spirit, and heart! #birthdaycake #birthdaywishes #birthday #grateful #birthdaygirl 
Have you ever been told you "Fake it until you make it"? Yeah-- well that's a total MYTH! Here's why: Don't fake it. Actually do your best to learn as much as you can to develop skills. You're where you're supposed to be when you're supposed to be there; with time and effort, you'll make it further along. I used to always think that, too, but I'm glad I found out the TRUTH! Shocked by this? Drop your reaction emoji in the comments! 🤓 #doyourbest #advice #you #strength 
Happy Heavenly Mother’s Day, Momma! You are forever in my thoughts. Though I miss hearing your laugh and back handed compliments, I am forever your little Maria! 💕 #mothersday #mothers